Vivo X Fold6 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro
The Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6; launch prices were $1900 and $845. Both devices score the same overall rating of 88/100. Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6900); the Vivo X Fold6 is thinner (4.3mm vs 8.5mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X Fold6
Xiaomi 18 Pro
What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?
- Better portability (100/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Cheaper at launch: $845 vs $1900
- Better camera (100/100 vs 87/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 82/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
The Vivo X Fold6 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro received the same MobileRank rating — 88/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (100/100 vs 87/100). Value score: Vivo X Fold6 — 84/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro — 90/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro is a bit better (100/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 82/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro (100/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X Fold6 | Xiaomi 18 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 3455738 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | — | |
| Display | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2480x2200 | 1120x2436 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6900 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | 151.8×72.0×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | — | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $1900 | $845 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1120x2436
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X Fold6
- 6900 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1055. Xiaomi 18 Pro was $1055 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro is a bit better (100/100 vs 87/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 82/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro (100/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X Fold6 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
Both devices scored 88/100. The clearest difference is portability: better on the Vivo X Fold6 (100/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X Fold6 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Vivo X Fold6 has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X Fold6 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro leads on camera score (100/100 vs 87/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X Fold6 over the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Vivo X Fold6 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 18 Pro is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.